Abigail: It’s a memo about a
safety inspection scheduled for next
week.

Lon: A safety inspection? How are we ever
going to pass a safety inspection?

Abigail: What do you mean? This isn’t an
unsafe workplace. We’ve had a good
record. None of our employees have had
on-the-job injuries this year and
we’ve never had a fatality. I don’t
understand why you’re so worried.

Lon: From what I’ve heard, the inspectors
don’t just look at injury rates. They look for
the smallest hazard that may be
remotely dangerous. If we get
cited, we may be shut
down.

Abigail: With all due respect, I don’t
think that’s how it works. Yes, the inspector
will look at our work environment and our
gear and machinery to
make sure there are no hazards or
toxic substances.

Lon: That’s what I’m worried about.

Abigail: But, if they find a violation,
we’ll get a chance to fix the problem. They
won’t shut us down without giving us a chance
to comply with their safety
standards.

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